Questions answered by Douglas Paul Mayer

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I need a quick uncontested, no-fault Divorce in NYC, do I need to file in the county where I reside?

Douglas's answer | Answered on November 06, 2015

You can obtain the divorce in the county where either spouse currently resides. However, in the downstate counties, Brooklyn and Manhattan in that...

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Child support decisions

Douglas's answer | Answered on November 06, 2015

You really need to contact an attorney sooner father than later. The age difference between you and the father raises a host of issues aside from...

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I'm from and am currently in New York, but was married in, & technically live in L.A., can I file for divorce here in NY?

Douglas's answer | Answered on November 06, 2015

I agree with my colleague regarding residency requirements for filing for a divorce in NY. You should contact an attorney regarding these...

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Can i apply equitable estoppel to my case see details below;

Douglas's answer | Answered on November 06, 2015

Equitable estoppel is not applicable to your situation. Your facts do raise issues and questions which would require further information, such as...

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Will getting a job now, (before filing for divorce) effect my chances for spousal support?

Douglas's answer | Answered on November 06, 2015

I agree that you need to speak to an attorney. I also agree that obtaining a job influences obtaining spousal support. However, so does length of...

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My mom is soul owner of the home in NY, and still living. But owes me money

Douglas's answer | Answered on November 06, 2015

You can not enter a lien on the property without first having a Judgment. Since you have a promissory note, obtaining a money judgment should not...

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Can I put my dad in court for having another woman sleep in the house that him and my mom built?

Douglas's answer | Answered on November 06, 2015

You should have your mother immediately contact an attorney for consultation regarding this matter. Further exploration of the facts is necessary...

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Moving boyfriend into the house I still own part of.

Douglas's answer | Answered on November 06, 2015

I agree with my fellow attorneys you need to contact an attorney to address this matter and review the stipulation of settlement you reached in...

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What are ALL of the options other than adoption to get legal custody of my sister's baby that she want's to give to me

Douglas's answer | Answered on November 06, 2015

It is not as simple as signing over a child to another person. The best way to deal with this issue is to contact a family law attorney to guide...

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Is there another way to secure the best interest of a child without going through the court (ie upholding a previous agreement)?

Douglas's answer | Answered on November 06, 2015

Unfortunately, the private agreement, although notarized, merely shows intent of the parties and does not bind a court to making a decision in the...

Douglas Paul Mayer's Answers (511)

I need a quick uncontested, no-fault Divorce in NYC, do I need to file in the county where I reside?

Child support decisions

I'm from and am currently in New York, but was married in, & technically live in L.A., can I file for divorce here in NY?

Can i apply equitable estoppel to my case see details below;

Will getting a job now, (before filing for divorce) effect my chances for spousal support?

My mom is soul owner of the home in NY, and still living. But owes me money

Can I put my dad in court for having another woman sleep in the house that him and my mom built?

Moving boyfriend into the house I still own part of.

What are ALL of the options other than adoption to get legal custody of my sister's baby that she want's to give to me

Is there another way to secure the best interest of a child without going through the court (ie upholding a previous agreement)?